Reiki Class : Being a Reiki practitioner is far more than just playing a role; it is about living the teachings, and sharing the light of universal energy with others in everyday interactions and experiences. It means setting up a personal standard of conduct that reflects that you are indeed a channel of light, at all times and in all situations.

Reiki is a work of light, a work of higher awareness (Taiga-no-Inori), meant to assist an individual's life journey of coming to a place of openness (Anjin-Ryoumei).

Through the practice of Reiki, "miracles" may happen to the individuals we work with, however, these miracles are not the purpose of Reiki practice, simply the result of the natural process of coming to a place of openness. And so it is not our business as a Reiki practitioner to aim to create miracles (Shouga-no-Inori).

As a Reiki practitioner, our job is to keep our focus on holding this light of the candle up in the darkness. This involves us becoming more open and clear so that the light will resonate through us - as conduits of higher awareness - and our actions towards our surroundings. This is an act of virtue.

Reiki Level I, II & III: This intensive and experiential three-day course provides all the information and tools, with close step-by-step guidance, necessary to ensure a safe environment for practicing this powerful and serious technique.

This class is designed for
- Individuals planning to pursue an area of spiritual work (including Reiki)
- Individuals seeking an alternative approach to promote his or her daily life and life work.
- Reiki masters/teachers/practitioners looking to enhance their practice

The three-day course includes:
- An introduction to Reiki, including it's history and the ideals behind the practice
- An introduction and attunement to all the sacred symbols (including the Reiki master symbol)
- Hands-on practice of the whole structure of Reiki, including learning and practicing a comprehensive way to prepare the self and create a safe environment

8/30 (SAT), 8/31 (SUN) & 9/1 (MON) 9:00AM-5:00PM, $475
LIMITED TO 4 PARTICIPANTS
Register by August 1st (Fri) to receive $35 discount

**TO REGISTER: Registration is done in person. This gives new students the chance to see the space, speak in person and learn details of class prior to the first day. To schedule an appointment, please email AikidoUpHere@gmail.com or call (646) 483-8700**
(Class size limited - space guaranteed on a first-come, first served basis)




Aikido Class : 'The door of the universe opens and universal light shines through when collectiveness of cooperative energy is celebrated through acts inspired by the state of connectedness', this is according to Kojiki, one of the oldest texts of Japanese mythology and a great influence in the founding of Aikido. That cooperation, that intense energy, that joy...that is Aikido.

Morihei Ueshiba, O'Sensei, founded this Japanese discipline, on the profound belief that it is a vital contribution towards world peace for the individual to kokoro no sentaku (literally, "launder the self") and kokoro no tatenaoshi ("restore the self")*.

Combining a strong meditation component with Aikido practice, the focus of the class moves away from self-defense and learning how to control a person or situation. It is about being connected and developing awareness as our inner strength, not to defend, but to assist us in becoming truly who we are. The class emphasis is on being present and open while actively engaged in the movement with our partner.

Aikido is a way to express and practice cooperation. It is a celebration.
The experience is the lesson.


For a more in-depth description, please check Aikido Practice Philosophy under Principles

* Quote by Morihei Ueshiba. Taken from Takemusu Aiki by Hideo Takahashi (1986).


KIDS AIKIDO CLASS (2nd GRADE & UP):
$165 FOR 10 WEEK CYCLE (ONE CLASS PER WEEK)
The goals for the children in this class are:
- To develop a sense of responsibility through working as a part of group
- To learn meditation as a tool for relaxation and self-development
- To strengthen self-esteem and build discipline
- To work together with one another cooperatively
- To practice healthy ways to express self through Aikido
- To experience the dojo as a positive and safe environment

FALL 10-WEEK CYCLE

INTRODUCTORY LEVEL: LIMITED TO 6 KIDS
THURSDAYS, 9/11-11/20, 5:00-6:00PM (NO CLASS 10/9)

OPEN LEVEL: for kids who have completed the introductory level
TUESDAYS, 9/9 - 11/18, 3:45-4:45PM (NO CLASS 10/7)
TUESDAYS, 9/9 - 11/18, 5:15-6:15PM (NO CLASS 10/7)
WEDNESDAYS, 9/10-11/19, 3:30-4:30PM (NO CLASS 10/8)
THURSDAYS, 9/11-11/20, 3:30-4:30PM (NO CLASS 10/9)


WINTER 2009 10-WEEK CYCLE

INTRODUCTORY LEVEL: LIMITED TO 6 KIDS
THURSDAYS, 1/15-3/26, 5:00-6:00PM (NO CLASS 2/19)

OPEN LEVEL: for kids who have completed the introductory level
TUESDAYS, 1/13 - 3/24, 3:45-4:45PM (NO CLASS 2/17)
TUESDAYS, 1/13 - 3/24, 5:15-6:15PM (NO CLASS 2/17)
WEDNESDAYS, 1/14 - 3/25, 3:30-4:30PM (NO CLASS 2/18)
THURSDAYS, 1/15 - 3/26, 3:30-4:30PM (NO CLASS 2/19)

**TO REGISTER: Registration is done in person for introductory class. This gives new students the chance to see the space, speak in person and learn details of class prior to the first session. To schedule an appointment, please email AikidoUpHere@gmail.com or call (646) 483-8700**
(Class size limited - space guaranteed on a first-come, first served basis)




ADULTS AIKIDO CLASS:
Includes Aiki Attunements, meditation, breathing exercise with Aikido practice
$175 FOR 1 CLASS PER WEEK
$300 FOR 2 CLASSES PER WEEK

FALL 10-WEEK CYCLE

INTRODUCTORY LEVEL: LIMITED TO 6 ADULTS
SATURDAYS, 9/13 - 11/22, 9:15-10:30AM (NO CLASS 10/4)

OPEN LEVEL: for people who have completed the introductory level
TUESDAYS, 9/9 - 11/18, 6:45-8:00PM (NO CLASS 10/7)
THURSDAYS, 9/11 - 11/20, 6:45-8:00PM (NO CLASS 10/9)
SATURDAYS, 9/13 - 11/22, 11:00-12:15PM (NO CLASS 10/4)
SATURDAYS, 9/13 - 11/22, 12:45-2:00PM (NO CLASS 10/4)
SUNDAYS, 9/14 - 11/23, 11:00-12:15PM (NO CLASS 10/5)

PRIVATE/SEMI-PRIVATE SESSIONS (45 MIN) : as a supplement to the cycle
PRIVATE: $50/SESSION or $150 FOR 4 SESSIONS
SEMI-PRIVATE: $35/PERSON


WINTER 2009 10-WEEK CYCLE

INTRODUCTORY LEVEL: LIMITED TO 6 ADULTS
SATURDAYS, 1/16 - 3/28, 9:15-10:30AM (NO CLASS 2/21)

OPEN LEVEL: for people who have completed the introductory level
TUESDAYS, 1/13 - 3/24, 6:45-8:00PM (NO CLASS 2/17)
THURSDAYS, 1/15 - 3/26, 6:45-8:00PM (NO CLASS 2/19)
SATURDAYS, 1/17 - 3/28, 11:00-12:15PM (NO CLASS 2/21)
SATURDAYS, 1/17 - 3/28, 12:45-2:00PM (NO CLASS 2/21)
SUNDAYS, 1/18 - 3/29, 11:00-12:15PM (NO CLASS 2/22)

**TO REGISTER: Registration is done in person for introductory class. This gives new students the chance to see the space, speak in person and learn details of class prior to the first session. To schedule an appointment, please email AikidoUpHere@gmail.com or call (646) 483-8700**
(Class size limited - space guaranteed on a first-come, first served basis)